Hunting and Fishing Hackshttp://www.hunting-site.com
Hunting and Fishing equipment, tackle, reviews,Thu, 13 Jul 2017 22:05:16 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.8.1https://i0.wp.com/www.hunting-site.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/cropped-cropped-7972510-1.jpg?fit=32%2C32Hunting and Fishing Hackshttp://www.hunting-site.com
3232LRF Light rock fishing UKhttp://www.hunting-site.com/lrf-light-rock-fishing-uk/
Thu, 13 Jul 2017 19:00:09 +0000http://www.hunting-site.com/?p=730https://lightrockfishing-uk.blogspot.co.uk/ Light rock fishing (LRF) Light rock fishing started in Japan and caught on very quickly in the UK and Europe. its all about catching the smaller species, with a light rod small hooks and light line Using lures or bait, it is a more finesse way of fishing, mostly bottom fishing, but also jigging […]

Light rock fishing (LRF) Light rock fishing started in Japan and caught on very quickly in the UK and Europe. its all about catching the smaller species, with a light rod small hooks and light line Using lures or bait, it is a more finesse way of fishing, mostly bottom fishing, but also jigging from piers rocks and straight Down the side of walls into the sea
In recent months sea angling magazines, television, and even the Internet has taken on the craze of Light Rock Fishing which is sweeping the UK. Why you might ask? Well, everything we use in LRF (Light Rock Fishing) is light and more sensitive userly no heavier than 7 grammes, so we need a very sensitive rod, a small reel, light line and light lures. Scaled down rods and terminal tackle Also, the fish we catch are brilliant, they are big fish in miniature amazing to see… Here is a list of some you can expect to catch.
¨Wrasse.
¨Bass.
¨Plaice
¨Pollock.
¨Mackerel.
¨Flounder.

]]>How not to use a Tens Machinehttp://www.hunting-site.com/not-use-tens-machine/
Fri, 14 Apr 2017 15:51:42 +0000http://www.hunting-site.com/?p=727 https://goo.gl/7tSqQV All joking apart this is a very good pain relief machine check it out at https://goo.gl/7tSqQV

]]>Wild boar huntinghttp://www.hunting-site.com/wild-boar-hunting/
Sun, 29 Jan 2017 18:01:05 +0000http://www.hunting-site.com/?p=691wild boar hunting is not an endeavor you should approach lightly. Unlike most types of hunting, which involve lots of stalking, waiting, and striking at the right moment, boar hunting is a more up close and personal sort of act, and the slightest mistake can result in some truly serious injuries. Here are a few […]

wild boar hunting is not an endeavor you should approach lightly. Unlike most types of hunting, which involve lots of stalking, waiting, and striking at the right moment, boar hunting is a more up close and personal sort of act, and the slightest mistake can result in some truly serious injuries. Here are a few safety tips to consider when wild boar hunting.

The first thing to keep in mind is that wild boars are fierce, unpredictable creatures. The idea of hunting one may seem exhilarating, but bagging a boar takes a cool head, a steady hand, and a respect for the animal’s prowess. After all, boars are fast, aggressive creatures with sharp hooves and tusks. It’s all too easy to end up gored in some fashion if you’re not careful.

When targeting a boar, keep a look out for any unusual traits. One downside to wild boar hunting is that boars and hogs are prone to a variety of illnesses. If you notice a boar seems disoriented or slow it’s best to avoid it. Additionally, check your meat thoroughly as you harvest. If you encounter any discolorations or worms, get rid of the meat in another fashion.

With this in mind, it’s easy to see why having a good pair of wild boar hunting dogs on your trip can mean the difference between a successful hunt and a miserable one. It makes sense that these dogs should be experienced with hunting boars-this is not a hunt you want to risk the success of by using unseasoned or gun shy hunting dogs. Ideally, one dog will snap and bark at an isolated boar while the other pins it down, allowing you to shoot.

There are many different weapons you can use when wild boar hunting. Most prefer rifles. This allows the hunter to distance themselves from the boar and get a clean shot. Others prefer using a bow. While shooting arrows at a boar has its advantages, keep in mind that it does put you closer to the animal, which can be dangerous if you’re not careful.

In following these precautions, your wild boar hunting will remain a fun, exciting experience for you and your dogs. Not only will you be able to enjoy quality pork whenever you want it, but the ears, hooves, snouts, and bones make excellent chew toys. The tusks also make an impressive addition to any room. You can even have the animal stuffed and mounted.

-Tom McFay @ EzineArticles Find out how I dominate my hunters safety test [http://www.huntingforbeginners.com/blog/] after sleeping for months straight in the class. This guide works even for a beginner hunter [http://www.huntingforbeginners.com/].

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]]>Bow Hunting During the Late Seasonhttp://www.hunting-site.com/bow-hunting-during-the-late-season/
Mon, 26 Dec 2016 17:54:03 +0000http://www.hunting-site.com/?p=603The count down to the end of bow season was upon us and I still had tags to fill. With snow already on the ground and the temperature at 8 degrees it began to snow lightly. I had been sitting in the house all day and decided it might be a good idea to go […]

]]>The count down to the end of bow season was upon us and I still had tags to fill. With snow already on the ground and the temperature at 8 degrees it began to snow lightly. I had been sitting in the house all day and decided it might be a good idea to go bow hunting. So I opened a package of hand and toe warmers and started to get dressed, this will be a good time to try out my new winter hunting cloths I thought to myself, after getting all bundled up I jumped on the 4 wheeler and headed out. I could see all kinds of tracks in the snow around the field near the middle stand, ‘Davy’s stand’, so I decided to go there.

I hooked my crossbow onto the pull rope and climbed up the hunting stand. After pulling my bow up to me I took off the quiver and hung it on the tree next to me. Birds were the only thing I saw for the first hour. I thought to myself, “I am getting down it is too cold for the deer to move, no I’ll stay a few more minutes”. Then I saw them, 5 deer just coming out of the woods across the field. The first three went straight across the field and the other two went to the left and worked their way around the field. They were heading towards ‘my stand’. Please come this way I thought, not happening, darkness began to sit in and it was time to go to the house.

On Thursday night the weather was about the same but the snow was coming down hard and the wind was blowing. Once again I bundled up and headed out to bow hunt. This time I went to ‘my stand’, it has a roof on it. However, on this day it didn’t help the snow was blowing directly into my face. The view from this stand was perfect. With the snow on ground I could see both hill sides and down the lane. While scouting the area I saw 2 deer at a distance, no wait 3, no 4, wow 5 deer. They were hanging out next to a fallen tree. I watched 2 deer, they were both does, head for the field but I lost the other 3. The 2 doe that went into the field were heading my way so I got my crossbow ready. I turned off the safety and pointed it towards the opening in the trees. Slowly they made their way down the tree line when out of the corner of my eye I saw another doe in the lane. I was trying not to move, my bow was in shooting position. One more step and she is mine when the deer in the lane snorted and they all jumped and ran. The doe I was getting ready to shoot only ran about 20 yards stopped but she was standing in some brush so I couldn’t shoot because the brush would throw my arrow off course. Then she finally made her move into the woods. The other 2 doe were circling behind me so I slowly repositioned my bow and was moving with them. I saw an opening in the brush where I could shoot so I was following the doe hoping she would get to that opening when bang, my bow hit the tree my stand was on and off they ran.

Time to go back to the house once again empty handed. There is nothing I hate worse than to get snorted out after sitting out in cold for so long. However, the thrill of bow hunting was still there. I was able to see the deer and almost had a shot.

On Thursday, January 14 about an hour before dark, I decided to go back to my tree stand. After sitting in my stand for 15 minutes I heard movement behind me. The snow was still on and I could see 2 deer coming off the hill. I lost them as they were coming up the hill and then there she was. She walked towards the back of my stand and stopped. Than the other doe came up, she was walking towards the lane directly beside my stand. I leaned forward to hide behind the blind that is around my stand. She stood beside me for about 5 minutes finally she went into the lane. However, I was afraid to move because I knew the other doe was some where behind me. The front doe finally made a move for the field and the second doe started moving up. As the front doe was working her way down the tree line I was trying not to move so she wouldn’t warn the second doe. Finally, the second doe came our and started heading for the field. Turn a little, I thought, so I could get a shot, that’s it, a little more, I have you. I pull the trigger on my crossbow and heard a thug. She jumped and ran into the field, with every step I could here a gushing sound, I said to myself “I hit her good” when down she went.

I was finally able to get a late season bow hunting kill now it was time to field dress her. When I came around the corner of the house my husband was just pulling in from work. I told him I finally killed a deer for your friend at work that is in need of the meat. He said, “I could tell you got one, you are gleaming”. No matter how many times I kill a deer with a bow I feel the sport just keeps getting better and better for me. Bow hunting is far better than gun hunting if you have never tried it you should give it a shot. To all you bow hunters out there, never give up, you will get your shot.

My name is Christina Ritterbeck. I spend my weekdays teaching physical education. During bow season my weekends and evenings in the woods bow hunting and my summers shooting trap. I am an owner of a online bow hunting store. I figured that since I love this sport so much why not give others access to quality bow hunting supplies they will need for a successful hunt at an affordable price. That is when I opened http://www.newbowhuntingsupplies.com your online bow hunting super store. I have had so many enjoyable experiences in the woods this year I decided to start sharing them with others. I hope you enjoy this story and the stories to come as much as I enjoyed the actual experience. click blue tags for more stuff

]]>bow hunting broadheadshttp://www.hunting-site.com/bow-hunting-broadheads/
Wed, 14 Dec 2016 21:41:45 +0000http://www.hunting-site.com/?p=575When one is aiming to go hunting, bow hunting broadheads are the most important tools in your toolkit. It is very important that one selects the best suited bow broadhead. One must make sure that it is meant for the right kind of game and prey, since there are bow broadheads designed for specific hunting […]

]]>When one is aiming to go hunting, bow hunting broadheads are the most important tools in your toolkit. It is very important that one selects the best suited bow broadhead. One must make sure that it is meant for the right kind of game and prey, since there are bow broadheads designed for specific hunting games and preys. The broadhead should always be of superior quality and must give the feeling of bowmanship to the players, plus an advantage of being a professional archer.

Bow hunting broadheads are manufactured with proper head weight specifications thus giving one the guarantee of a quality product and can be bought from any of the online shops onboard. Bow hunting broadheads are available in different varieties of which the following three are the basic categories:

Most of the professional archers prefer using the fixed blade bow hunting broadheads because they are meant for exact wound penetration and clean blood trails. This type of fixed blade bow broadhead is permanently set in one position and is designed to cut the target on impact.

Altogether, this indicates that the archer need not waste power in opening up action when they hunt the target with their fixed blades. This bow broadhead even enables the hunters to produce an open wound on hard-skinned targets like elks, deer or bears thus adding to the already gained popularity of this hunting game.

The superiority of the fixed bow hunting broadheads is due to the sharp central tip surrounded by two or four blades that form an arrowhead. People who need an extra cutting power may opt for the additionally attached blades that protrude from the shaft of arrows.

These are better and advantageous as compared to their equivalents because they have no moving parts and tend to be stronger and more reliable than their contemporaries.

These bow hunting broadheads are sometimes confusingly categorized as the fixed blade bow broadheads so as to differentiate them from the mechanical or expandable bow broadheads, but they actually fall into a separate category.

This bow broadhead is of a relatively new type and has been recently used widely all over the world of archery due to the convenience that they offer as well as the light characteristics. The arrow shaft has a steel tip which is sharp enough and has vertically placed grooves to place a number of blades that need to be locked in place.

This gives the archer a facility to replace the dull or damaged blades. The only disadvantage of these bow hunting broadheads is the reduced speed that they offer and they are slightly more expensive than fixed blade bow hunting broadheads.

The mechanical bow hunting broadheads can also be named expandable broadheads or impact or open broadheads. These bow broadheads like their equivalents offer very good flight abilities and high speed too. The model is distinct because it offers a set of bow broadhead blades which are folded in an upward direction and adhere to the slots until there is any kind of movement with the ferrule until the moment of impact. When this moment arrives the blades are unfolded automatically.

Some of the expandable bow hunting broadheads come with long blades for targeting thus giving a wide cutting edge and a greater speed and provide the best killing blood trails to the hunters.

]]>Early Season Bow Hunting Tips: Tactics to Take Down That Early Season Buckhttp://www.hunting-site.com/early-season-bow-hunting-tips-tactics-to-take-down-that-early-season-buck/
Thu, 08 Dec 2016 20:43:54 +0000http://www.hunting-site.com/?p=429In many states, bow hunting season starts in August and goes all the way through the rest of the year. That gives a bow hunter a lot of time to hunt, but there are also lots of species that he may choose to pursue as well. Of all time throughout the late summer, fall, and […]

]]>In many states, bow hunting season starts in August and goes all the way through the rest of the year. That gives a bow hunter a lot of time to hunt, but there are also lots of species that he may choose to pursue as well. Of all time throughout the late summer, fall, and early winter, early season bow hunting can be some of the most productive, as well as comfortable. Here we will discuss some early season bow hunting tips.

Whether you are bow hunting early season whitetail, mule deer, black tail, or elk, early season gives you a good advantage over other seasons throughout the year.

You are the hunting first pressure these animals will see for the year.
You will have all summer to scout and pattern the animals.
You will be competing with only other early season bow hunters so you won’t have any long-range competition.
A lot of people associate bow hunting with cold fall days and don’t even bother with the early season, meaning less competition overall.
Below is a list of early season bow hunting tips and tactics that will help you be more success full.

Scouting:

One of the main benefits you will have as an early season bow hunter is the fact that you will have plenty of time to pattern the bucks which should keep that pattern well into September. If you can figure out when and where they go on a daily basis, then you can intercept them by putting up some type of stand, either a tree stand or ground blind, and then wait for them to come by.

When scouting for early season bow hunting, there are several good methods to use.

Morning and evening outings to a point where you can view deer hotspots without disturbing them is a great way to see what is on your early season bow hunting area and will give you good tips and clues as to when and where the deer are going, and the paths they are taking to get there.

Trail cameras are a very helpful tool to both tell you what type of animals will be there for your early bow hunting season and gives you tips on where to set your stand up.

If you are planning on a spot and stalk deer hunt, then scouting is necessary as you need to know where the biggest bucks are hanging out. That way when the early bow hunting season comes, you will know where to look so you can have multiple stalk opportunities throughout the early season, which may lead to success. One early season bow hunting tip for spot and stalk hunters is to have several shooter bucks located, because it may take several blown stalks before you are successful. The average is about a 1/6 success ratio.

Buck are usually more confident during the summer and early bow hunting season and not near as nocturnal. A smart buck that only moves at night during the fall will usually stay out in day light for the first hour or two in the mornings and come out an hour before dark. This will help in your scouting efforts and should give you some early season bow hunting confidence.
Patterning Bucks

Throughout the summer season, deer and elk are mainly focused on feeding. They are not worried about male dominance or breeding does. This means deer will have set paths they are taking to and from their bedding, feeding and watering areas. All three areas are equally important and can be utilized for success while early season bow hunting.

A stand can be placed to take advantage of any of these three target areas. While placing the stand directly at water or feeding area can be very effective, one early season bow hunting tip is to not put a stand at a bedding area, but rather on a main trail to and from the bedding area. The last thing you want to do is disrupt a buck’s bedding area regardless of what season it is as this could drastically change the buck’s pattern or make him leave the area to another spot he feels more secure.

Another method that can be very effective for early season bow hunting is spot and stalk. Though this is a preferred method typically used for mule deer, it can also be used successfully for whitetail and elk.

During the early bow hunting season, deer will occasionally bed down in the open where they are visible from far away. Even big, mature whitetail will do this, and they happen to be the easiest to spot. Standing crops and CRP (tall grass) is a great place to look as the deer will bed down right in them due to the fact it keeps them nice and cool.

An early season bow hunting tip is to glass these areas and look for a rack protruding out of the vegetation. Once found, this creates an ideal situation to put on a spot and stalk if the conditions are right. In this case, wind is your best friend. If you play it right, the wind will carry your scent away from the deer and will also cover up any noise you make. It is best to approach the deer from behind, but sometimes they are facing the wrong direction. The main thing is to keep the wind blowing your scent away from the deer. It is possible to approach the deer head on if this is your only option, but will require a lot of belly crawling.

Once you get to within range of your target buck, it is best to wait until the deer stands up on its own. Then you will be able to take a shot with your bow on a relaxed deer. If the wind begins to swirl and you are scared you may get winded soon, then it may be necessary to coax the deer to his feet. You can do this be making grunt sounds, or if there is a rock around, you can throw it to get the deer focused on a different location other than yours own.

Another good scenario for early season bow hunting, especially with mule deer, is when a buck beds down below a cliff in the shade. In this case it is possible to sneak right over the top of the buck without them ever knowing you are there. Again, it is best to be patient and wait for them to stand on their own, but aggressive action may be taken if the situation warrants it.

An early season bow hunting tip for spot and stalk hunting is to wait to stock until the conditions are right. This means usually waiting for the wind to pick up and get steady, or change direction all together. Light winds do not do much to cover up noise and they typically blow in variable directions. As the day warms up, the wind will typically increase. That is why it is best to just watch the deer and wait for conditions to improve

One benefit of early season bow hunting is the mild temperatures. The downfall is it can get hot. Even when temperatures are normal, in the early season it is very easy to sweat, and sweat stinks more to the nose of a deer or elk.

There are ways to minimize your scent even in warm temperatures, which brings us to another early season bow hunting tip. Bow hunting means getting close to your prey undetected. Due to the fact that you cannot stop you body from perspiring, it is extremely beneficial to wear scent prevention clothing. Of course most scent prevention clothing is very warm due to the nature of the clothing. Lucky for us early season bow hunter, there is some scent prevention gear for warm weather. We will talk more about it in the following section about equipment.

If you elect not to purchase early season bow hunting clothing, you at least need to have camo that blends you into the surroundings, which we talk more about next as well. But even more important than camo is the fact that you need to play the wind regardless of the gear you wear. As long as you keep you scent blowing away from the animal, you will be fine. One scent molecule reaches their nose though, and the deer will typically go from lying down to up and running before you can even draw back. Scent has undoubtedly spoiled more stalks and stands than any other factor.

Early Season Bow Hunting Equipment

Do to the fact that early season bow hunting tactics are different from the rest of the year, there are a number of items that you will need that you may not have for other bow hunting seasons. Below you will find a list of items you will want to make sure to have in order to better your chances at a succesful earl season bow hunt.

Binoculars: Scouting, Stand hunting and Spot and stalk hunting requires you to find the deer. It is amazing how many more deer you can find with the use of binoculars that you would not see otherwise. They also are essential in the stalk as you need to find the deer before they find you, which means using your binoculars to pick out the tip of a horn or the flick of a tail. Of course binoculars are needed throughout the year and one of the most important pieces of equipment a hunter of any type can use.

Rangefinder: Knowing the exact distance to your target is a huge benefit especially when shooting long distances or bow hunting. There are certain specs that you will want in a rangefinder such as angle compensation. You will be shown where you can get a rangefinder with all you need on it later in this article.

Spotting Scope Both used for spotting deer and then being able to judge them to make sure they are worthy of a stalk. Spotting scopes are also important to find other deer and anything else that can compromise your stalk that is in your intended path. It is very easy to get busted by an animal you did not know existed. Spotting scope are a must have for all hunting seasons.

Camouflage With deer vision it is not as important to be the same color as the back ground, but more so to break up your figure. Plus, in typical spot and stalk habitat the foliage can be dry and yellow in grasses, or green in trees and shrubs. Therefore it is important to have a camo pattern that is very versatile. We will discuss the best brands later in the article.

Scent Control Camo: If you will be early season bow hunting, then you will want a camo outfit that offers scent control, but is also light weight and breathable so you do not get hot and sweat, making you scent worse off than if you were to be hunting naked. For this reason, I suggest a scent control that made for warm temperatures. We will talk more about this at the end of the article.

Deer stalking boots When stalking deer, it is important to be as quiet as possible. I have taken my boots off and stalked in my sock successfully before, but with cacti and thistle prevalent where I hunt, this is just not doable. Therefore I wear lightweight boots made for stalking to close the final distance to within bow range. They have saved my feet and helped me to be much stealthier.

For all other gear needed to take down big game, be sure to check the menu on the right hand side of this page. The above list of gear is just the basics that will help you to become a successful spot and stalk deer hunter. Only after you spot and stalk deer hunt a few times will you know exactly what works best for you.
The Best Early Season Bow Hunting Tip:

When you are early season bow hunting, in many cases you are out their hunting before most hunters have even bought their tags. That is why the best early season bow hunting tip and tactic I can give you is to just get out there and do it. Aside from the fact that I think this is the best time of year to be out there to score on a big buck or bull, I am usually ready to just get out-of-town and see some big antlers.

For more information, pictures to with this article, and the specific gear that was mentioned above, follow this link: http://www.BestforHunting.com. I hope you can put into practice the early season bow hunting tips (click the links in blue above this article on spot and stalk deer hunting) that I have given you. They have worked well for my brother and I, as early bow hunting season is the time of year we enjoy most and when we have done our best.

]]>American made Entrek USA kniveshttp://www.hunting-site.com/american-made-entrek-usa-knives/
Wed, 07 Dec 2016 17:15:41 +0000http://www.hunting-site.com/?p=421When you are in the market for a quality knife, consider American made Entrek USA knives. You can find Entrek knives specially made for hunting and survival, as well as hand-crafted tactical knives. Entrek American made knives are handmade, of the finest craftsmanship, and designed by world renowned knife craftsman, Ray W. Ennis. Since 1973, […]

When you are in the market for a quality knife, consider American made Entrek USA knives. You can find Entrek knives specially made for hunting and survival, as well as hand-crafted tactical knives. Entrek American made knives are handmade, of the finest craftsmanship, and designed by world renowned knife craftsman, Ray W. Ennis. Since 1973, expert Ray Ennis has made over 7000 knives during his illustrious career. Each Entrek knife is made using the rust resistant 440C stainless steel. The knives are heat treated, stabilized and then double drawn to resist corrosion, retain toughness and hold the edge. Entrek knives are manufactured using the latest technologies, as well as time tested hand-crafting methods including glass beading blade and the handle for superior grip even in the wettest conditions.

The most popular and best selling model of knife is the 11Bravo.This model is Entrek’s most popular fixed blade knife. This knife is also a favorite tool of the American military and is classified as a survival knife. With a solid grip made from the same stock of black canvas Micarta to ensure color uniformity, this knife withstands the elements to resist corrosion and degradation.

Entrek Hunting and Tactical Models

Entrek also specializes in both the tactical and hunting knife, as well. As hunting and tactical knives go, over 30 American made models are available from Entrek, including the 14.5 inch long Strike Eagle down to the 6.5 inch long Lynx, to name just a couple. The sheath for this type of knife is custom molded from black Kydex to fit each knife, ensuring the sheath tightly and securely fits the blade. The sheaths are equipped with belt clips to enable strapping the knife to the leg or to gear. Because of the tight-fitting sheath, the knife stays securely enclosed when climbing, crawling or moving about under other extreme conditions. For a rugged knife with extreme endurance, select one of the Entrek hunting or tactical models.

The Entrek Force Recon Series

The original Entrek Force Recon has a partially sharpened edge and measures 11 and 7/8 inches overall. The 7 inch blade’s finish is bead blasted and the blade made from 440C stainless steel. This model is a great choice as a survival tool or a camp knife. The Bowie is 12 inches overall and a fixed-blade model. The double edged MKII model, the latest incarnation of the series. This knife is a Persian Bowie, also with a length of 12 inches overall. This series offers the purchaser various options, while maintaining the quality and craftsmanship that the Entrek name stands for.

All knives made by Entrek are superior American-made knives, constructed with quality craftsmanship and attention to the smallest detail, including uniformity of grip color, blade consistency and overall style. Several models to choose from make sure that you will find the exact knife for your needs and budget. For camping, hunting, or tactical purposes, Entrek is always the best choice. Remember the Entrek name when shopping for knives for any purpose or budget. Entrek is the best brand of functional knife available on the market. Get your Entrek knives HERE

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]]>Hunters make life long friendshttp://www.hunting-site.com/hunters-make-life-long-friends/
Sun, 04 Dec 2016 21:59:30 +0000http://www.hunting-site.com/?p=376Badgerland Bowhunters is the name of my father’s hunting crew. 38 members strong. My old man tells me he and a few others are friends from so far back they used to ride their bicycles to go hunting together because none of them had their driver’s license yet. All 38 are family, even though not […]

]]>Badgerland Bowhunters is the name of my father’s hunting crew. 38 members strong. My old man tells me he and a few others are friends from so far back they used to ride their bicycles to go hunting together because none of them had their driver’s license yet. All 38 are family, even though not by blood. They’ve hunted together for decades. Always hunting the same sacred land.

The hunting crew is a dedicated band of brothers; A group of men my brother and I revered as heroes while growing up. Heroes unlike those in comic books, these men are masters of the woods. They could do anything it seemed! Undeterred by the elements they hunted successfully in all conditions. Wind, rain, snow, mud, ice, sleet, darkness – nothing rattles them. These are the kind of men little boys aspire to become.

Living in a time before camouflage was easily purchased at a local sporting goods store they used to construct their own style of superhero costumes. They assembled homemade camouflage clothing patched together to make them invisible in the forest. They wore lucky hats and old leather boots. The apparel each member created became his own personalized uniform.

Most of the hunting crew grew up in the Coulee Region area of Western Wisconsin. Time would eventually pull them each in different directions but no matter what the distance though at least 20 crew members would make the trip to Western Wisconsin every year to meet up with the rest of the boys. Long before the use of cell phones, CB radio was the way this crew communicated with one another as they entered within range of their hunting lands. They called each other not by common names, but rather by nicknames obtained by some great feat or unique characteristic they might have possessed. Big Elk, The Old Guy, Brown Bandit, County Boy, Legs, and Head Shot were a few secret names used by this close-knit crew.

Their weapon of choice was the bow and arrow. Each weapon was customized and each crew member had honed his skills to deadly accuracy. I truly believe in my heart that I learned how to hunt from the best bow and arrow hunters in the world. I learned lessons from each one of them (sometimes without them knowing) by watching them in action. I always welcomed their advice and when I hunt nowadays I can hear them teaching me… guiding me… as I draw my bow.

They taught me how to walk in the woods – slowly and silently. They taught me how to use the wind, rain, and other elements to move through the woods undetected. They taught me how to use a compass (a skill slowly fading into history with the emergence of GPS). They taught me how to track game, climb and descend steep hills, and cross swamps. They taught me how to calm my mind and body when preparing to take a shot. I think most importantly they taught me how to find peace and comfort in the middle of the woods under any circumstances.

Pushing drives with my father’s hunting crew will forever own a special piece of my heart. Each year as a kid I waited and dreamed of those cold early mornings when I would get the chance to test my skills and prove my manhood. I feel extremely grateful to have been part of this generation of old-school hunters.

My dad is 72 now. Rarely do I hear him bring up the numerous Pope and Young Club or Boone and Crockett Club whitetails nabbed by the crew when I listen to him tell stories these days. Instead, his stories focus on being in the hunt with the crew (pushing those late season drives) and fondly reminiscing about spending quality time with his hunting brothers. More and more he expresses his sincere gratitude for the wonderful relationships among friends and family that were forged through hunting.

Ten crew members have now passed on. Those that remain — still hunt. A few (including my Dad) still make the trek to Western Wisconsin to hunt that sacred land. Those crew members not there physically are most certainly there in spirit.

Great hunters, wonderful teachers, and even better friends. They were and will forever be the original Badgerland Bowhunters.

Lifelong Relationships Built in the Hunt by Scott Christopherson.
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